[Egon glances down towards the book. He clears his throat, rubbing the back of his neck. After a brief pause, he says:]

I, um--I apologize if this is difficult. To talk about. Especially at such a time of night when you are usually in REM sleep.

[Another pause.]

And, ah, I find social situations difficult to navigate. But I greatly value the emotions of all of my partners, even if I cannot say what is meant to be said. [He squeezes Venkman's hand a little tighter.] I hope you understand that.